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Location
Visitor tip
Bring a picnic lunch and take advantage of the shaded picnic tables across the street from the zoo entrance—this is especially great for school groups and families, with clean restrooms nearby
Best time
Visit on a weekday morning when the zoo is quiet and not busy, making it ideal for young children to learn about animals and interact with exhibits without crowds
Visitor tip
Look for animal caretakers on-site who provide information about animal extinction, endangerment, and rehabilitation efforts—engage with them to enhance the educational experience for children
About Micke Grove Zoo
Modest 5-acre animal preserve including monkeys & iguanas in a park featuring other kid attractions.
What visitors say
There's a small zoo within these parts where I was able to see a few animals up close. One of the animal caretakers mentioned either the animals' extinction, endangerment, or rehabilitation. Entry requires a minimal fee. The self-tour…
Very nice park. Well taken care of. Disc golf course has 18 holes of challenging holes with multiple baskets on each hole for different difficulties.
Today I was able to help my wife chaperone her 1st grade class field trip. This is a small zoo. But it was fun, the kids enjoyed it. And it was fun to show them around and let them learn about the different animals. And after we were…
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Did You Know?
- Micke Grove Zoo features a snow leopard, a rare and endangered species that receives 24 mentions in visitor reviews, indicating it is a notable attraction at this modest 5-acre facility
- The zoo is integrated within a larger 5+ acre recreational complex that includes a Japanese Garden, 18-hole disc golf course, picnic areas, water park, and fishing facilities, making it a multi-purpose destination
- The self-guided zoo tour can be completed in approximately 2 hours or less, making it an accessible attraction for school field trips and families with young children
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